Cathedral Connects

There’s a lot of talk in this town about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), and whether our government should celebrate, ignore or even acknowledge the beautiful tapestry of humanity in this country we call home.

With heavy hearts, we offer our prayers for all those affected by the tragic mid-air collision between an American Airlines flight and a U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter near Washington Reagan National Airport. 

Washington National Cathedral and the Episcopal Diocese of Washington join the nation in giving thanks for the life of President Jimmy Carter, whose deep and abiding faith in Jesus Christ was the foundation of a public life shaped by compassion, humility and care for the least among us.

This may be the most critical hour for Christians to follow Jesus, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde said in the wake of Tuesday's elections.

A diverse group of Christian leaders are rallying to uphold democratic principles, including Dean Randy Hollerith, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde and Canon Missioner Leonard L. Hamlin, Sr.

After taking some time away from the Cathedral this summer, Mike McCarthy has decided to resign his position as Canon for Music.

God of all mercies, we pray for the health and well-being of former President Trump. Keep him safe, protect the innocent, comfort those who mourn and those who were injured, and guard all those who serve our nation, including the brave members of the Secret Service.     

Our prayers today are with our brothers and sisters in Baltimore following the devastating collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, and for the families who now seek to rebuild their lives after the loss of their loved ones.

Our prayers today are with the family of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, a pioneering jurist and a cherished friend of this Cathedral who is now at rest with all the saints in glory.  

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." Matthew 5:9